Visit the Granby Zoo for a fun weekend activity

Have you ever visited the Granby Zoo in winter? It's the perfect activity to add to your calendar this season for some awesome family fun! Round up the kids, parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles and friends for an entertaining weekend activity and learn more about fascinating animals together. Here's what you can expect when you visit Granby Zoo this winter!

See the dholes under the snowflakes

Have you ever heard of dholes? These Asian wild dogs have recently settled in at the Granby Zoo, and you'll be able to see them having fun in the snow for the first time since their arrival! Dholes can tolerate temperatures ranging from -49°C to +36°C, making them perfectly suited to Quebec’s climate. You'll find the 7 dholes (Berezi, Ushki, Tandoori, Sadie, Scarlet, Camkilo and Kimati) in their habitat which is reminiscent of the enchanting environment of Nepal.

The adult population of dholes is estimated at less than 2,500 individuals in the wild, and the species has lost nearly 75% of its original distribution range. By welcoming these endangered canids, the Granby Zoo hopes to participate in international conservation efforts for this unique species, notably with zoological institutions in the United States and Europe.

Find out if the animals prefer the cold or the heat

With close to 1,400 species in its care, the Granby Zoo is home to some animals who love the snow... and others that need things to be warm! And in the winter, you get to see both types. Several species, including the snow leopard, Japanese macaque and Bactrian camel, adapt wonderfully to sub-zero temperatures. On the other hand, a dozen indoor pavilions shelter species that are less tolerant to the cold. Rhinoceroses, hippopotamuses and multicolored parrots will be waiting for you inside while you take the opportunity to warm up and take a break from your tuques and mittens!

Get a membership for unlimited access this winter

If you intend to go to the Granby Zoo several times over the winter, why not get a seasonal membership? There's no better way to enjoy the zoo as many times as you like and build lasting memories! 

In addition to seeing the animals, you'll get to enjoy fun activities for the whole family along the way! Photo panels and all-day presentations enhance the experience. And when you feel the need to take a break, have a seat by the fireplaces in the heart of the Winter Village or watch your kids having a blast on the slides!